
The ultimate rock music history podcast for fans of the greatest era of music. If you’ve ever wondered about the true stories behind your favorite songs, or wanted to hear directly from the legends who made them, Professor of Rock is your new go-to podcast. Hosted by music historian and superfan Adam Reader, this show brings the golden era of music back to life with exclusive interviews, behind-th... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1594 | Founded | a year ago |
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In this episode from the vault, we’re going to go behind the Top 10 songs of this same week from the year 1984. But we’re not stopping there. After we count them down, we’re re-ranking them according to all-time streams and views, to find out which o... more
Today is a special countdown that proves that rock and roll never dies. As the 80s were ending, there were songs that didn’t ever become official hit songs, like AC/DC's Thunderstruck. It didn’t even make the Hot 100 charts, but it's now over 6 billi... more
Let's take it back with this 2021.
Up next the Godfather of Alternative rock Perry Farrell of Jane’s Addiction tells us the very personal story of one of the true standards of 1988, Jane Says. We solve the mystery of this very eerie and brilliant so... more
Coming up, we’re back at it again. It’s the third edition of one of this channel’s new favorite shows: Punchlines! And for this one, we’re counting down 6 more entries of songs that have become punchlines, and we’re telling some stories that will mak... more
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Professor - your show is a welcome start to my day. It keeps me entertained while I walk my dog. I love the history and behind the scenes stories about songs and groups I grew up with…and I’m old! Thanks for a great show and I hope you stick around for a very long time to come!!!
I absolutely love this podcast. Listen to it every morning when I walk my dogs. I find myself stopping to forward episodes to friends I grew up with. Great diversity of topics and great insights into the stories behind the music. I’ve been trying to come up with my top 10 song list based on that episode. I’ve shared that with my son and my father and several friends. Keep up the great work.
Outstanding Podcast! Easy to listen to and so very informative.
Hi there my guy.
I’ve had to find more of your stuff cuz I watched every YouTube video on your site there.
Loved everyone. Your content w/ Ace Freely from KISS was amazing so sad to hear him say that he is ready to go for another 5,10,15years cuz he’s got good genes. And the next year after your video he died…. We lost a lot of my heroes this year and ACE just put a cap on it. Please keep it up and you will be missed if you stop anytime soon.
Thank you for all you do it’s all appreciate... more
I sincerely appreciate the recognition of Jeff Lynne’s greatness in your review. I don’t feel you concentrated enough on Lynne’s gift of melody in his writing. All the rest of what he is would not be possible if you took that away. Every so often someone in pop music comes along whose gift of melody is obvious (McCartney, Dylan, Carole King, more recently Prince). Jeff Lynne is in that company.
Anyway, I appreciate and enjoy your your work. And by the way, all of Pink Floyd instead of ELO? Maybe... more
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A deep-dive into rock history built around exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from legendary artists, producers, and songwriters. Episodes center on how iconic tracks were created, the human dynamics behind collaborations, and the cultural impact of memorable songs, with narrative threads that weave production choices, studio anecdotes, and personal memories into a richer understanding of classic rock and pop culture eras. Notable strengths include high-profile guests, in-depth storytelling, and a clear focus on the artistry and storytelling behind hits, making it a compelling listen for fans who want the stories behind the music. A standout is the consistent emphasis on the intersection of music, film, and culture, often fe... more
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